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|  | Performance Mainstream Graphics Update
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Reading about the performance of top of the line video cards can be interesting, but it can also leave you pining for what you cannot have. What's more practical is to stay up to date with the mainstream level of cards. Bit-tech understand: "We take six of today's performance mainstream graphics cards and put them through a gauntlet of tests to work out where the best value for money lies. We come out with a number of interesting findings, but will they answer all of our questions, or create more? Read on to find out..." |   |
| What Does Open Source Really Mean?
Thursday, February 28, 2008
"Most people out there that think "open source" is synonymous with "freeware". Not really. Taken literally, open source is a set of principles on how to write software, with the full source code for said software openly available to you, the user. Freeware (whether ad-supported or not) can be closed source." Learn to understand and appreciate the difference in this article on PCMech. | |
| Corsair Announces World's First 1000 Watt PSU to be Certified for 3-Way NVIDIA SLI
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Direct from Corsair's Press Release Vault: "The HX1000W is the latest addition to Corsair’s award-winning HX-series of modular power supplies for the gaming and enthusiast community. Featuring a twin-transformer, true dual-rail design, DC-to-DC conversion and high-quality solid state capacitors, the HX1000W delivers the rock-solid performance and stability required for high-end enthusiast gaming systems. Features of the HX1000W include:
· Designed for multi-core CPUs and multi-GPU systems
· Guaranteed to deliver its full 1000W output at 50ºC operating temperature
· Industrial grade solid-state capacitors rated at 105ºC for uncompromised performance
· True independent dual +12V rail design
· 140mm temperature-controlled fan for quiet, efficient cooling With Active Power Factor Correction (PFC) and 80% or more energy efficiency across a wide range of loading conditions, the HX1000W PSU generates minimal heat during operation. In addition, the high quality, thermally-controlled double ball-bearing 140mm fan provides effective cooling and whisper quiet operation. ... The Corsair HX1000W power supply unit (CMPSU-1000HX) will be available in late March through Corsair’s authorized distributors, resellers and e-tailers worldwide, priced at $279.99 USD MSRP. Corsair’s power supplies are backed by a 5-year Limited Warranty, complete customer support via telephone, email, forum and TS Xpress troubleshooting guide. For more information on Corsair HX1000W power supply, please visit: http://corsair.com/products/hx1000.aspx" | |
| How to Tweak Windows Vista Aero
Thursday, February 28, 2008
I used a system with Windows Vista for a couple of months but now I'm using Windows XP again. What I do miss is some of the features of Vista Aero. Aero is the graphical user interface, like a gloss-paint on windows and the taskbar. The thumbnail preview can also become addictive. But some people don't like the transparency of the windows. What ever happened to good solid borders?! And whilst my system could provide the extra grunt that Aero needs, some people complain about a noticeable slow-down between XP and Vista - and Aero is largely to blame. In this new guide, we teach you what you can adjust in Aero, both to suit your tastes and your system's capabilities. | |
| | Switching from Windows XP to Ubuntu Linux
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
If you're sick of Windows XP but don't want Vista; or you've finally become convinced that Linux is the way to go; or you need an OS for a PC and don't have enough licenses for XP, the time may have come to switch to Ubuntu Linux. Ubuntu is currently just about the most popular Linux distribution – although that does depend on who you ask to a certain extent. Linux aficionados are often not only anti-Microsoft, they’re also often very loyal to a specific flavour of Linux. Robert Biondini’s favourite is Ubuntu Linux and he’s been messing around with it for so long he has more tips and good advice to pass on than was allowed in this new guide, which has already blown out to almost 5000 words as it is! But that makes it a comprehensive resource, covering everything from considering what to back up from a Windows system, getting a copy of Ubuntu, installing it and using it. Robert covers a whole range of applications that can be useful to download and install so that you can have a fully functional open source system up and running in no time. | |
| | Backing Up in Windows XP
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Most people don't back up. Those that do, often only backup My Documents and let fate handle email and favorites. If you're running Windows XP and you're using Outlook or Outlook Express, why not take advantage of the built in Backup Utility? We show you how, in this guide. | |
| Dual Boot on a PS3!
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
The why escapes me, but apparently you can set your PS3 as a dual boot system, to run two operating systems, one of them being Linux. You can install various versions of Linux according to this guide on Tweaktown - they show you how to run Yellow Dog Linux. The list of "ingredients" for the project is ominous - it includes "patience (and lots of it!)". "There was a lot of noise in the beginning of the PS3's marketing-hype-launch that the console would have Linux pre-loaded, but Sony came to their senses when they realized how much more work that was going to be for them. So we are left to figure this one out for ourselves. But don’t cry; Sony has not left us completely in the dark! The XMB menu system has an option to partition the hard disk and install another operating system which I will be guiding you through the use of in this how-to." | |
| Customizing the Vista Taskbar
Monday, February 25, 2008
Last week we published an article about customizing the Windows XP Taskbar. This week OCModShop have all the tips and tricks to customize the Vista Taskbar: "The Vista taskbar comes with some neat pre-defined Toolbars (like Quicklaunch and Windows Media Player), but did you know you can create a toolbar from just about any object on your PC? You can add the Computer menu as a folder to have quick access to your drives, shortcuts and network connections. You also like to add my Desktop as a Toolbar, so I can always access stuff on my desktop even if they're buried under a bunch of open Windows." | |
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